1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Shuttle | 900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
